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Vexed And Illogical But Vexillological

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Exploring Medieval Treasure Hunting and Magical Practices

Exploring the historical context of treasure hunting and magical practices, the chapter draws parallels between medieval methods and modern beliefs, touching on tarot cards, metal detectors, demon summoning, and water divining in the search for hidden treasures. It reflects on the similarities between medieval treasure hunting and current practices like lottery playing and water divining.

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